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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: St Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: St Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: St Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to St Louis

Average priceUS$40 - US$193Average duration4h 30m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$71 - US$169Average duration17h 23m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Indianapolis to St Louis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
4h 30mAverage duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Indianapolis to St Louis: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$131
Average train trip duration17h 23m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure06:00
Distance231 miles

Indianapolis to St Louis Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to St Louis from Indianapolis, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - St Louis

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Indianapolis to St Louis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Indianapolis to St Louis is US$131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Indianapolis to St Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Indianapolis to St Louis?

    A train trip between Indianapolis and St Louis is around 17h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 14h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 230 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Indianapolis and St Louis?

    The number of trains from Indianapolis to St Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Indianapolis to St Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Indianapolis to St Louis?

    When taking the train from Indianapolis to St Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$125
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US$305
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to St Louis was searched and found on 30 Jun 2025 with a price of US$125

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Indianapolis to St Louis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$125 to US$439 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to St Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$125, which is on 2025-07-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Indianapolis and St Louis is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in St Louis.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to St Louis you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Indianapolis and St Louis, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Indianapolis to St Louis while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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